AS is inflammatory arthritis primarily affecting the spine. Early aggressive treatment and exercise are crucial. Herbal anti-inflammatories complement medical care.
AS is inflammatory arthritis primarily affecting the spine. Early aggressive treatment and exercise are crucial. Herbal anti-inflammatories complement medical care.
Back pain improving with exercise, morning stiffness over 30 minutes, limitations in spinal movement, sometimes eye inflammation, fatigue.
Rheumatology management essential. Biologics have transformed AS treatment. Eye symptoms need prompt attention.
Regular exercise is essential (yoga, swimming, stretching), posture awareness, ergonomic considerations, smoking cessation, stress management.
Turmeric/Curcumin. Boswellia. Omega-3s high dose. Vitamin D. AVOID most immune stimulants. CBD research emerging. Address gut health (strong connection). Work with practitioner familiar with AS.
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